Cars enthusiasts brave the cold to test driving skills on frozen Georgetown Lake

Georgetown Lake has become a haven for car enthusiasts looking to enhance their driving skills in slick, icy conditions.

Cars enthusiasts brave the cold to test driving skills on frozen Georgetown Lake

GEORGETOWN — Georgetown Lake has become a haven for car enthusiasts looking to enhance their driving skills in slick, icy conditions.

Arctikhana hosts ice-driving events that offer experienced drivers a chance to push their cars to the limits, as well as opportunities for everyone to learn how their car handles in the snow.

Josh Tenge, who started Arctikhana with Donny Cryer, was one of the seasoned racing drivers giving customers rides in his customized car on top of the frozen Georgetown Lake. Participants could also opt to race around the track with their own vehicles.

“You’re going to learn a lot about what your car will or will not do in a slide and whether or not you can hang on to it,” said Tenge. “It’s good to know where you need to use your brakes, whether you need to be adding throttle or over-steering or under-steering.”

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